As we approach Christmas, Ireland’s weather is shaping up to be mild and settled, with high pressure dominating. Here’s a detailed breakdown of what to expect on December 24th (Christmas Eve) and December 25th (Christmas Day).

Christmas Eve: Tuesday, 24th December

Tuesday will remain mostly cloudy, but the weather will be largely dry. You might encounter a few light patches of drizzle here and there, but nothing significant. Temperatures will feel unseasonably mild, reaching highs of 12 to 13 degrees, with moderate southwest winds keeping things comfortable.

Tuesday Night:
Christmas Eve night is set to provide excellent conditions for Santa’s visit! Most areas will stay dry, with variable cloud cover and occasional clear spells. There could be some patches of drizzle and mist in places, but temperatures will remain mild, dropping no lower than 8 to 11 degrees. Winds will stay moderate, picking up slightly in coastal areas of the west and northwest.

Christmas Day: Wednesday, 25th December

Christmas Day is looking mild and mostly dry across the country. While it will be fairly cloudy overall, some areas may enjoy bright or sunny spells. There’s a small chance of light rain or drizzle in parts of the country, but these will be brief and isolated. Temperatures will remain unseasonably mild, with highs ranging from 11 to 14 degrees. Winds will be moderate, occasionally fresh along the coasts of the west and northwest.

Christmas Night:
The night will continue to be mild and mostly dry, although cloud cover will dominate for most areas. Some persistent rain and drizzle are possible in the west and northwest. Temperatures will remain steady, ranging from 8 to 11 degrees, with light to moderate southerly winds.

St. Stephen’s Day: Thursday, 26th December

St. Stephen’s Day will bring more cloud cover across Ireland, with occasional patches of rain, drizzle, and mist. However, there’s a chance of brighter or sunnier spells, particularly in the midlands and eastern areas. Temperatures will again remain mild, with highs of 10 to 13 degrees. Winds will stay light to moderate but may freshen along the west and northwest coasts.

Thursday Night:
The night will remain mostly cloudy, with some spots of drizzle or light rain. The northwest could see more persistent rain. Temperatures will dip slightly, staying between 8 and 11 degrees, with light to moderate south to southwest winds.

Final Thoughts

This Christmas week, Ireland will experience mild and settled conditions—perfect for festive activities and family gatherings. Many thanks to Met.ie for providing reliable weather updates to help us plan our holidays!

Stay warm, enjoy the festive season, and have a Merry Christmas!

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